virtual reality

5 weird metaverse facts you probably didn’t know

5 weird metaverse facts you probably didn’t know

From fully-immersive VR gaming to virtual conference rooms that feel just as real as the world around you, the Metaverse is touting some pretty cool ideas. But don’t get too excited just yet. Technically, even though Facebook confused the world by changing the name of…

Virtual reality for mental health

Virtual reality for mental health

Virtual reality has recreated the video game experience. Thanks to VR headsets and super-fast internet, players can fully immerse themselves in the world of their game. But the potential of VR lies far beyond the gaming industry. The technology is changing how we…

Is social virtual reality the next big thing?

Is social virtual reality the next big thing?

Social media has changed how we connect with one another. Virtual reality takes that connection to a new level, creating a fully immersive experience. Strap on a VR headset, choose your game, and enter another dimension. Meet with users across the globe to share…

Extended reality: VR, AR, and MR

Extended reality: VR, AR, and MR

We’ve long anticipated that virtual reality (VR) will change the world. VR promises to create immersive experiences with multiple applications in everything from gaming to medicine to business training. But extended reality (XR) reaches beyond VR. And we can now add…

Wearable gaming creates a new (virtual) reality for gamers

Wearable gaming creates a new (virtual) reality for gamers

Ask a gamer, and they’ll tell you they love being first to get in on the “next new thing.” Die-hard players were quick to embrace cloud-based multi-player games and the newest consoles. They jumped at the chance to reduce lag with blazing-fast fiber…